Critical Report on the State of Diabetes in Australia in 2024

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9 July 2024 Last week the Australian parliamentary Standing Committee on Health, Aged Care and Sport published its report into the State of Diabetes in Australia.  It is a milestone report reflecting that 1.5 million Australians – or 5% of the country’s population – are known to live with diabetes, and this is rising.  Diabetes […]

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Pioneering Diabetic Retinopathy Research in Western Australia: The Harmonisation of Multi-Site OCTA Datasets for Advanced Biomarker Discovery

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The project Harmonisation of Western Australia multi-site optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) datasets for new biomarker discovery and application in diabetic retinopathy, funded by Diabetes Research WA, aims to introduce and validate a data analysis framework so datasets from multiple clinics in Western Australia can be combined and analysed to identify more sensitive biomarkers of […]

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Celebrating Diversity in Medical Research: Paving the Way for Future Women in STEM

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In the sphere of medical research, where each breakthrough hinges on a wealth of diverse perspectives, the role of inclusivity is paramount. At Diabetes Research Western Australia, we are committed to the invaluable contributions of women in the sciences, particularly in our unwavering quest to find solutions for diabetes—a condition that affects millions globally. Our […]

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West Coast Eagles’ Star Jamie Cripps Leads Inspiring Footy Clinic for Young Diabetics

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Perth, 21 February. In a heartwarming display of sportsmanship and community support, West Coast Eagles champion Jamie Cripps hosted an extraordinary footy clinic for over 40 young people with diabetes. The ProtoDPS DRWA Crippa Fun Footy Clinic, held at the Eagles’ training ground, was not just about football; it was a beacon of hope for […]

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ProtoDPS DRWA Crippa Fun Footy Clinic 2024

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We are pleased to announce that the ProtoDPS DRWA Crippa Fun Footy Clinic has been rescheduled! Date: 21 February 2024 Time: 4-7pm Location: Mineral Resources Park Costs: $20pp What is the ProtoDPS DRWA Crippa Fun Footy Clinic?  The ProtoDPS DRWA Crippa Fun Footy Clinic is a footy-filled fun afternoon for young people with diabetes. Jamie […]

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Dr Lakshini Herat wins prestigious Professor Lyn Beazley AO Emerging Leader Award

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November 2023 Diabetes Research Western Australia would like to congratulate Dr Lakshini Herat on winning the prestigious Professor Lyn Beazley AO Emerging Leader Award. The awarding body stated the following: The Professor Lyn Beazley AO Emerging Leader Award aims to recognise and support early career researchers who have demonstrated exceptional promise and dedication in their […]

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DRWA Submits response to Parliamentary Enquiry into Diabetes

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The Parliament of Australia recently adopted an enquiry into diabetes in Australia, and Diabetes Research WA has submitted a response. In a mini-podcast, Peter Kerr, Chairman of Diabetes Research WA explains why we believe there is a very strong case for an increase in funding in a coordinated way in Australia. Existing expertise already present […]

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WA PROJECT OFFERS FRESH HOPE IN TREATING TYPE 1 DIABETES

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July 19, 2023 Media Statement Fresh West Australian research suggests a new medication helping people with type 2 diabetes may also help protect the health of people with type 1 diabetes. A study completed by Dr Lakshini Herat and team, which was part funded by Diabetes Research WA and has just been published in iScience […]

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Eagles forward inspires Vic Park student at diabetes footy clinic.

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December 1, 2022 Media Statement Nearly two years to the day since being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, Victoria Park’s Thomas Haughey took to the ground at Mineral Resources Park to meet premiership-winning West Coast Eagles forward Jamie Cripps, who also has the incurable condition. In the lead up to Christmas in 2020, Thomas spent […]

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FRESH PROJECT TO STUDY NEW MEDICATION IN TYPE 1 DIABETES

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November 15, 2022 Media Statement West Australian diabetes researchers are set to investigate if a new medication helping people with type 2 diabetes may also reduce health complications linked to type 1 diabetes. Dr Lakshini Herat has won a $60,000 grant from Perth-based charity Diabetes Research WA to study the effects of Sotagliflozin in type […]

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